The Think Deeper Podcast is a weekly show created to explore the challenges facing Christians today and address current issues from a distinctly Christian view.
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A tragic case involving the death of three small children has gripped the internet, with debates raging about postpartum depression and psychosis, what justice looks like, women's issues, and more. We discuss a number of the angles to the story. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introducing the case 06:41 - Joe gives a therapist's view on postpartum depression and psychosis 15:48 - The danger of glamorizing…
Everybody wants "authentic" relationships from the church. But how do we build them? What can we do to keep authenticity from being an end in itself? We discuss what it looks like to be authentic, and the obstacles that get in the way. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Navigating a world of fake, cultivated personas 08:16 - When genuineness becomes a commodity 17:17 - Dealing with shallow relationships in the…
We gathered for a wide-ranging roundtable chat, focusing largely on thinking toward the future with how we equip the next generation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro, and when boys become men 11:02 - When girls become women 19:47 - Passing the baton from generation to generation 25:23 - Thinking of your family strategically 32:05 - How parenting can sharpen you 37:06 - Making a content home life without…
The Bible gives ideals for us to pursue in the husband and wife roles... but life isn't always ideal. What's a woman to do if her husband won't lead? What can a man do if his wife fights his leadership? In this highly practical episode, we examine what recourse Christians have in difficult marriage situations. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro, and whether marriage is hard or easy 11:50 - Dealing with a…
The Bible gives us a great description of a Godly woman in Proverbs 31. But what about men? Is there a parallel text? What are characteristics a man should pursue? CHAPTERS 00:00 - Piecing together a list from around the Scriptures 05:51 - Proverbs' focus on the wise son 11:33 - "Men don't ask for directions" 15:55 - Laziness is unacceptable 22:06 - Physical health: the most accepted way to lack…
The Proverbs 31 woman is the subject of a lot of drive-by analysis, often cited as part of an agenda that she doesn't really fit. But what does this text tell us about what a real Godly woman looks like? CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro, and why discuss this 06:26 - "An excellent wife" 15:09 - The division of labor 23:34 - The work of the home 35:28 - The challenges added by the modern family structure…
We take on a roundup of some major headlines from the last two weeks, touching on Christians and self-defense, a Biblical view of divorce, birthright citizenship, and whether children should stay in the worship assembly. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - The importance of following the news with a Christian eye 04:20 - Tony Spell, the fighting pastor 15:09 - The Supreme Court's birthright citizenship decision: a…
With America's 250th anniversary coming up this weekend, we take a look at the Christian's place in celebrating our country. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro and why 250 matters 08:23 - Is America a "Christian Nation?" Is there such a thing? 15:41 - Should churches celebrate America 250? 27:40 - Extremes in both directions in the church 32:13 - Should sins of the past dampen our celebration? 40:49 - What we…
We take turns picking 7 of the Bible's great chapters apiece. Once a chapter is taken, it's off the board. Give it a listen and tell us who picked the best list, and tell us what Bible chapters you think we missed! SECTIONS: 00:00 - Explaining the draft 03:37 - A Romans-heavy Round 1 12:23 - Matthew-centric Round 2 23:26 - Looking to the OT in Round 3 33:48 - Ephesians gets the spotlight in Round…
This week the guys take a look at their own walks and discuss ways in which they want to grow in their walks as Christians. Listen in and see if you can relate! CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro and the idea behind the episode 02:27 - The challenge of building relationships 11:32 - Finding opportunities to do good 20:00 - Maintaining spirituality in a busy, balanced life 31:04 - Being realistic without…
